Psalm 105:12-25
When they were few in number, of little account, and sojourners in it, wandering from nation to nation, from one kingdom to another people, he allowed no one to oppress them; he rebuked kings on their account, saying, “Touch not my anointed ones, do my prophets no harm!” When he summoned a famine on the land and broke all supply of bread, he had sent a man ahead of them, Joseph, who was sold as a slave. His feet were hurt with fetters; his neck was put in a collar of iron; until what he had said came to pass, the word of the LORD tested him. The king sent and released him; the ruler of the peoples set him free; he made him lord of his house and ruler of all his possessions, to bind his princes at his pleasure and to teach his elders wisdom. Then Israel came to Egypt; Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham. And the LORD made his people very fruitful and made them stronger than their foes. He turned their hearts to hate his people, to deal craftily with his servants.
As You cared for and watched over Your people of old, caused them to grow and multiply in a foreign land, nurtured them in the midst of hostility, so You watch and care for Your church today. This country, founded upon benevolence towards You and Your people, is growing in hostility. Give us the willingness to stand and be counted, to declare that we are Your people and obedient to Your name. Praise You, Lord and Master.
Today’s readings in the Psalms:
Morning: Psalm 107
Mid-day: 119:105-112
Evening: Psalm 33
Voices Together is available as an annual daily devotional and can be purchased at the Fellowship Of Ailbe bookstore.
